A visionary of sounds, Damian Lazarus has long since built a name for himself by supporting forward-thinking international talent across his labels, with his golden ear having led him to a career as a globally renowned DJ/producer and label owner at the forefront of the scene. Returning with the fifth instalment of the label’s ongoing... Read more »

Alexander Gerlach has been making music as Niconé since 2007, both solo and alongside the likes of Jan Blomqvist and Philip Bader. His music is more about feeling than genre and comes with a hint of warming nostalgia on labels like Stil vor Talent, Katermukke and Bar 25 Music as well as Dantze, which he... Read more »

Australian label Ugenius welcomes Jelle Jansen aka Huminal to its knights table. A true artist, Huminal first came to their attention a couple of years back during ADE when his distinct melodies and analogue sounds stood out from the crowd. Huminal takes listeners on a voyage of discovery through rich and vivid soundscapes and his... Read more »

Hottrax has long been a go-to label for house heads around the globe, thanks to head honcho Jamie Jones’ legendary taste-making providing a platform for breakout talents and diverse underground sounds. Following up on its six-part ‘Tripleution’ V/A series from last year, the label now launches a new series that offers a bumper selection of... Read more »

Christian Burkhardt is an artist truly absorbed with the range of sonic possibilities, a producer not content with existing within the realms of House and Techno, but one that is determined to stretch its limits further with his signature sound. He is releasing on labels like Oslo, Raum…Musik, Pressure Traxx, La Pena, Deep Vibes, Cocoon... Read more »

Dave Seaman’s new Selador offering ‘Two By Two’ grabs you eagerly by the hand and drags you to the floor from the off, sticks your head in the nearest speaker stack, and cries “Let’s goooo!!” – and you remain glued to its pounding magnificence for those blissful six minutes. The opening bassline motif is pure... Read more »

‘Rhythms for Sale, ’ the brand new three-track EP from Swedish DJ and producer Fahlberg, comes to Watergate Records on October 4th. Celebrated globally for his inimitable blend of melodic house and techno and hypnotic Afro House soundscapes, Fahlberg’s imminent debut on Watergate follows a prolific run of critically acclaimed releases on some of the... Read more »

Elektrons proudly introduces another remarkable talent to their ranks for release number 5 – Los Angeles-based artist, MANTi. The Iranian DJ and producer has built a formidable reputation in LA, where she studied Music Production & Sound Design at Point Blank before becoming a party promoter. Behind-the-scenes she worked on refining her craft, while building... Read more »

As Freerange Records hits another landmark release with their 300th EP, label head Jimpster joins forces with Philippa who together deliver three original tracks that epitomize the label’s sound over the past (almost) three decades.  Rolling deep house, jazzed out grooves, UKG inspired excursions make ‘All I Wanted’ one unmissable EP. With recent releases appearing... Read more »

Few artists make house as melodically innovative and moving as Thomas Helsloot. He proved that with his recent ‘Never Tried’ album, which was his most personal to date and came off the back of many great singles on Get Physical Music and Domino. At the same time, his standout remixes of Bob Moses and Fritz... Read more »

Moodyverse returns with a mesmerizing new EP, featuring three energetic originals by Malov and Aquarius Ezra that blend atmospheric soundscapes, emotive vocals, and intricate production. It showcases both artists’ talents, combining their creative energies into a compelling release. The title track, ‘Breathe,’ is a hypnotic blend of Malov’s production mastery, featuring the ethereal vocals of... Read more »

Afrobeats meet mystic pop in Einmusik’s latest track, ‘Hypnotized.’ The slowed down sonic haze of this soulful music invites listeners into a world of detox, perfect for a sunrise dance session. With vocals that exude power and love, this experimental song is a true spectrum of electronic music. Get ready to be mesmerized by the... Read more »

Colorize, a leading name in the progressive and melodic house music scene, is thrilled to announce the release of ‘Colorscapes Volume Six,’ the latest edition of it’s highly anticipated annual compilation series. This year’s collection is a sonic journey curated by three of the label’s most influential artists: PRAANA, Estiva, and Modera. As with previous... Read more »

Lisbon circuit regular Black Pomade is a DJ and producer originally from Milan (Italy),  founder of the Ruínas collective and the Whoopee party series. Heavily influenced by the NY Disco scene and the Chicago House originators, he’s known for his melting pot of analog synths, groovy basslines, and syncopated beats. His sets travel through lots... Read more »

Sam Shure returns to Bora Uzer’s OJO imprint this September. The prolific producer, known for releases on the likes of TAU, Habitat and Siamese, made his debut on OJO earlier this year with a powerful remix of ‘I Will Find You’. On his return to OJO, the Berlin-based artist turns things up a notch with... Read more »

D-Nox & Beckers return, this time collaborating with Albuquerque and Run Rivers for the highly anticipated release ‘Just for a Moment,’ marking Warung Recordings’ 12th anniversary. The title track is a blend of organic house beats that celebrates both the dancers and the dancefloor and the kind of production that resonates with a wide variety... Read more »

Legendary German artist Loco Dice and his SB Recordings unveil a groundbreaking release coming from the iconic Dutch artist AFROJACK, under his tech-house alias Kapuchon, and fellow Dutch rising star, Sven Fields. After releasing the likes of Chuckie, Carloh, Chicks Luv Us and more, Kapuchon and Sven Fields’s track ‘Work’ is SB Recordings’ 10th release... Read more »

The freshly minted StrataSonic Records officially unveils itself with a brand new release from Parisian house music mastermind and Apollonia ringleader Dan Ghenacia. Ghenacia’s three-track ‘Rouge ou Noir’ EP is out now.  The title track opens up with looped, funky guitar riffs and neon synths, which wind their way through dusty, dynamic drums. ‘Chilly’ bustles with... Read more »

Leo Leonski is a Swiss born artist, now based in Mexico, who also runs his own Night Heat Records imprint. We caught up with him recently to talk about his new single ‘Canto Da Sereia,’ the pros and cons of running a label in 2024, and his hopes and dreams moving forward in the future…... Read more »

Australian DJ Dan Azzo announces his debut single ‘Perfect Love,’ featuring Papua New Guinea-born R&B and soul singer-songwriter Ngaiire.  Known for his high-energy sets, Azzo draws from the golden era of house music, blending thumping basslines, intricate percussion, and uplifting builds. ‘Perfect Love’ channels classic house legends like Dennis Ferrer and Sandy Rivera, with Ngaiire’s... Read more »

Late 2024 marks the much-anticipated release of ‘Floret,’ the newest single from acclaimed house artist MYLAMINE. Following the success of his previous single ‘Chasm,’ which garnered significant interest, MYLAMINE continues to innovate with a sound that is both original and deeply moving. ‘Floret’ is a masterful blend of soulful, emotive, and jazzy vibes, characterized by... Read more »

To celebrate his recent release on ERRORR, we sat down with Israeli Melodic Techno artist, Against All Ødds to learn about his inspirations, musical journey, studio vibes, and much more about the man behind the music… WWD: You’ve worked with several respected labels like Impressum, Tomorrowland Music, and zerothree. Do you set out to make... Read more »

After recently wrapping his Dance Dance Revival tour around the country and successfully rallying Bunnings to host an epic warehouse party, Australian DJ and producer What So Not unveils a stunning new EP, ‘Motions.’ Described by What So Not as “a love letter to dance music”, the four-track EP is an emotive collection of electronic... Read more »

Luke Dean is quickly emerging as one of the UK’s most promising talents in the underground house music scene. This rising DJ and producer has been making waves with deep tech and tech house sounds, drawing inspiration from scene leaders like Archie Hamilton and Rossi. In just over five years, Luke has transformed from a... Read more »

From September 24 to 28, MAPP Montréal, the festival of video projections in public spaces, returns for its 9th edition under the theme Perspectives, an invitation to delve into the complex intricacies of multiple perceptions of reality. In a world where advances in artificial intelligence are overturning our paradigms, our perspectives intertwine, overlap and sometimes... Read more »

Charlotte de Witte and Amelie Lens announce their grand return to the stage together at Flanders Expo in Ghent (Belgium). After weeks of teasing on social media and a hidden message during their shows, it is finally clear what the 2 DJs are up to. And what they’ve planned promises to be a once in... Read more »

Fresh off her latest release ‘Stikk’ on Crosstown Rebels, which we premiered on When We Dip, Meera is taking the world stage by storm. In the last year, the Norwegian artist established herself as one of the most exciting newcomers in the global house scene, with outings on Vinyl On Demand, Crosstown Rebels and a... Read more »

Legendary nightlife institution CircoLoco has unveiled the lineup for CircoLoco Halloween, held alongside long-standing US partner Teksupport, New York City’s leading underground events collective. CircoLoco’s highly anticipated return to New York will see the iconic Ibiza brand host three nights of parties across two weeks, soundtracked by the world’s brightest house and techno stars.  This... Read more »

Houghton. Houghton, Houghton, Houghton. Our annual pilgrimage, our happy place. Since 2018, we’ve reviewed this magical land year on year. It never gets old, or boring, nor stale or repetitive. Quite the opposite in fact. The longer it operates, the more honed it becomes. Stages tweaked and fine-tuned, with artists rotated to play different locations... Read more »

On Thursday October 3rd 2024, Afterlife will return to Ibiza after their nine-week residency for a day-to-night closing event across Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza to farewell yet another season. This summer, Afterlife has once again taken over Thursday nights on the White Isle, the avant-garde event series at Hï Ibiza.  The multi-room club experience has... Read more »